I decided that I wanted to improve my Proxxon Thermocut to have a better fence than it comes with stock. After doing some research online I was inspired after looking at the potential of Extruded Aluminum. A quick purchase and a longer wait on shipping later I had the supplies from 8020.net and McMaster-Carr. Today I will be going over how I upgraded my Proxxon, the parts that I used, and suggestions for the future. Let me know if you have any questions!
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
0:29 Parts List
5:13 How T-Channel Works
6:57 Rail Placement
14:16 Installing the Fence
20:32 Possible Future Improvements
Parts List:
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From 8020.net
2x 12" 10 Series 1" x 1" Tri-Channel Extruded Aluminum (SKU 1003-S)
1x 14" 10 Series 1" x 1" Tri-Channel Extruded Aluminum (SKU 1003-S)
1x 14" 10 Series 3" x 1" Extruded Aluminum (SKU 1030-S)
2x 2 Hole Corner Brace (SKU 4132)
I also purchased 20x of the 1/2" Bolts (1/4"x20) with Economy T-Nut (SKU 4132)
From Mcmaster.com
50 Pack Black-Oxide Alloy Steel Socket Head Screw,
1/4"-20 Thread Size, 3/4" Long
Part No. 91251A540
100 Pack, 18-8 Stainless Steel Washer
for 1/4" Screw Size, 0.281" ID, 0.625" OD
Part No. 92141A029
100 Pack, 18-8 Stainless Steel Thin Hex Nut
1/4"-20 Thread Size
Part No. 91847A029
Ball-End Hex L-Key
3/16" Size
Part No. 5503A22
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